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by drodges8
Sat Jul 18, 2015 1:10 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: New '47 P2 Owner
Replies: 10
Views: 12285

Re: New '47 P2 Owner

Hi Mike, To get at the clock and remove it, first disconnect the battery (as your cars clock should be electric. (Pre-war cars had wind up clocks). Then raise left side bonnet. On the top of the bulkhead next to the Rover Vehicle plate there should be a large cover plate approx 4" x 6" held in by 4...
by drodges8
Sat Jul 18, 2015 1:06 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: New '47 P2 Owner
Replies: 10
Views: 12285

Re: New '47 P2 Owner

:D The solenoid resistance is 19.2 ohms, its outer diameter is 25 mm and length is 23 mm. I don't have access to measure the inner diameter but perhaps you can do it. This is sufficient information to a coil winder. But meanwhile be careful with the dashboard. The freewheel cable, the oil pressure h...
by drodges8
Wed Jul 15, 2015 5:39 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: New '47 P2 Owner
Replies: 10
Views: 12285

Re: New '47 P2 Owner

3 There isn't necessarily a kit available, but it can be done This is extremely interesting! Can you please elaborate? About the fuel reserve solenoid you can see some information here: http://wp.me/pXLKy-iO Hi Luli, Thanks for the solenoid info: i shall need to investigate further but I would have...
by drodges8
Wed Jul 15, 2015 5:34 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: New '47 P2 Owner
Replies: 10
Views: 12285

Re: New '47 P2 Owner

Congratulations on your purchase. Here's a few tips on where you might source various items (albeit from the UK): 1 There should be two small access plates under the bonnet on the bulkhead 2 P D Gough - Nottingham, can make you a suitable cone shaped silencer in mild or s Steel http://www.pdgough.c...
by drodges8
Tue Jul 07, 2015 2:00 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: New '47 P2 Owner
Replies: 10
Views: 12285

New '47 P2 Owner

As a new owner of a '47 I have several queries. 1. What is the best /easiest way to access the instruments. I need to remove the clock in order to re-attach the minute hand. 2. Any suggestions for a suitable round replacement silencer/muffler. 3. Is there a suitable "Full Flow" oil filter "kit" avai...